Even though trends are relentlessly cyclical, our most foundational wardrobe basics—things like black trousers and white tees—dip in and out of style at a much slower pace than the overarching runway-led themes that dictate seasonal style. As such, it's always surprising when I start to discover the roots of a new basics trend taking hold, and the current revival of one T-shirt style I thought was "dead" is leaving me downright shocked. I can't even believe it as I'm typing this sentence, but fashion people are making V-neck T-shirts—of all things—look stylish again.
V-neck silhouettes have been deemed "dated" for so long that they honestly were overdue for a comeback, and summer 2025 is turning out to be their moment. I've already pointed out how tank tops with a high V-neck are becoming an It buy this season with their wide shoulders and full-coverage look, so it's not impossible to see how the neckline is evolving to include classic T-shirts now too.
Currently, my T-shirt drawer consists exclusively of crewneck and boatneck styles, but a new wave of V-necks are threatening to infiltrate it, and I'm not yet sure how to feel. The only thing I know for sure is that fashion people are making the neckline feel far fresher and sophisticated than I ever thought it could be, and to showcase exactly what I mean, I found all the outfits that make them look shockingly chic in 2025.
How to Style the V-Neck T-Shirt Trend
While deep-cut V-necks may be triggering to some who lived through their reign the first time, higher V-necks with a more shallow cut are far easier to pull off.
An oversize tee and relaxed jeans come off looking über-casual, but the addition of a T-shirt with a plunging neckline adds something flattering to the combo without trying too hard.
To ensure the look still feels modern, stick with fitted tees that have a high V neckline and leave the deeper V-necks for looser and more relaxed-fit tees and tops.
Opting for a V-neck tee instead of a crewneck here gives the maxi skirt a late-'90s feel.
Three-quarter-length sleeves are another detail that's defining the coolest tees of the moment, and they play especially well with a V neckline.
Shop the V-Neck T-Shirt Trend
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